Grants for Education

Education grants fund schools, teachers, students, and learning programs at every level. The Department of Education distributes billions annually through formula and competitive grants, while foundations like Gates, Walton, and Dell support innovation in K-12 and higher education. State agencies add another layer of funding for local education initiatives.

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WBAL Radio · Rolling / Open Foundation

WBAL Radio Kids Campaign Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: WBAL Radio Last Updated: February 14, 2026 Summary The WBAL Radio Kids Campaign is dedicated to enhancing the lives of economically disadvantaged…

WASHINGTON COUNTY ARTS COUNCIL INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCAC Arts in Education Grants Funder: Washington County Arts Council Inc (WCAC) Geographic Scope: Washington County, Maryland Focus Areas: Arts education programs, including: - Art for Children…

$4 million+ distributed annually
WESTCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WCC Scholarships Overview: The Westchester Community College Foundation awards more than $4 million in student support annually through scholarships that cover tuition, fees, and other expenses…

US $1,000 - US $10,000
WAUKESHA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF Community Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Waukesha County Community Foundation Amount: US $1,000 - US $10,000 Last Updated: August 11, 2025 Summary The Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF)…

WASHINGTON COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Capacity-Building Grant Cycle II Status: ACTIVE Funder: Washington County Community Foundation Amount: US $5,000 - US $50,000 Last Updated: September 17, 2025 Summary The WCCF Capacity-Building…

WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Wayne County Children's Resource Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wayne County Community Foundation Last Updated: July 18, 2025 Summary The Wayne County Children's Resource Fund offers grants…

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ALLIANCE INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program Status: ACTIVE Funder: Community Foundation Alliance, Inc. Amount: US $1,000 - US $8,500 Last Updated: June 20, 2025 Summary The WCCF: Women’s Fund Grants Program…

WATERTOWN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCF: School Program Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Watertown Community Foundation Amount: Up to US $2,500 Last Updated: October 04, 2025 Summary The Watertown Community Foundation offers grants of up…

WILLIAM CASPAR GRAUSTEIN MEMORIAL FUND · Rolling / Open Foundation

WCGMF Director’s Discretionary Fund Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: William Caspar Graustein Memorial Fund Amount: Up to US $10,000 Last Updated: December 11, 2025 Summary The WCGMF Director’s…

Walnut Cove Members Association Inc · September 25, 2026 · Annual Foundation

WCMA Community Grants Program Overview: The Walnut Cove Members Association (WCMA) provides annual grants to nonprofit organizations serving Western North Carolina. In 2025, WCMA distributed a record…

WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NETWORK INC · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

WCN Scholarship Program Overview: The WCN Scholarship Program invests in the next generation of conservation leaders by providing grants for graduate education to students committed to working on…

Varies by recipient; $76,510 awarded to 23 seniors in 2025
WHARTON COUNTY YOUTH FAIR · March 4, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WCYF Scholarship Foundation Scholarship Funder: Wharton County Youth Fair Scholarship Foundation Geographic Scope: Wharton County, Texas Mission: To promote educational programs and activities for…

Minimum six $1,000 scholarships
WOMEN'S DIVISION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE · February 1, 2027 · Annual Foundation

WDCC Scholarship Program Funder: Women's Division Chamber of Commerce (WDCC), Michigan Geographic Scope: Muskegon County and surrounding areas (north to Hart in Oceana County, south to West Olive,…

Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources · Rolling / Open Foundation

WDNR: Surface Water Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Amount: Up to US $50,000 Last Updated: March 20, 2026 Summary The WDNR Surface Water Grants support…

Education Minnesota · Rolling / Open Foundation

We Are One Solidarity Award Grant Status: ACTIVE Funder: Education Minnesota Last Updated: September 14, 2025 Summary The We Are One Solidarity Award, presented by Education Minnesota, recognizes…

We Energies Foundation Inc · Rolling / Open Foundation

We Energies Foundation Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: We Energies Foundation Inc Last Updated: March 18, 2026 Summary The We Energies Foundation Grants support community development, health services,…

THE RAYMOND JOHN WEAN FOUNDATION · Rolling / Open Foundation

Wean Foundation: Community Investment Grants Status: ACTIVE Funder: Raymond John Wean Foundation Amount: More than US $5,000 Last Updated: August 21, 2025 Summary The Wean Foundation's Community…

Delta Kappa Gamma Society Intl - TSO · Rolling / Open · Annual Foundation

Weatherby Educational Travel Scholarship Organization: Delta Kappa Gamma Society International - Texas State Organization (TSO) Geographic Scope: Texas Purpose: Award scholarships to support…

Frequently Asked Questions

What federal grants are available for schools?
Major federal education grants include Title I (for high-poverty schools), IDEA (special education), Title III (English learners), 21st Century Community Learning Centers (after-school), and competitive grants like Magnet Schools Assistance and Education Innovation and Research (EIR). The Department of Education publishes a forecast of upcoming grant competitions annually.
Can individual teachers apply for grants?
Yes. Many foundations offer grants directly to teachers for classroom projects, supplies, and professional development. Notable sources include DonorsChoose, the NEA Foundation, Fund for Teachers, and state-level teacher grant programs. Amounts typically range from $250 to $10,000.
Are there grants for education technology?
Absolutely. Federal programs like E-Rate subsidize internet connectivity and technology infrastructure. The EIR program funds ed-tech innovation. Foundations like the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation and the Bezos Family Foundation specifically support technology-enhanced learning.

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